Andre Russell, the West Indies all-rounder, has officially joined the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) coaching staff, marking a new chapter in his long association with the IPL franchise. Russell has been a key player for KKR since 2014, helping the team win multiple titles with his explosive batting, fast bowling, and dynamic fielding. His move to the coaching staff comes as the franchise looks to blend experience with fresh talent ahead of upcoming seasons.

Andre Russell Joins KKR Coaching Staff After Playing Since 2014

One of the most accomplished fast bowlers of his generation, Tim Southee has been a cornerstone of New Zealand cricket for over 15 years. Having represented his country in 100+ Test matches, over 150 ODIs, and 120+ T20Is, Southee has claimed more than 700 international wickets across formats.

IPL 2026: Tim Southee joins three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders as bowling coach

With the latest retention window set to close next month, MI’s post has all but shut down any speculations of a move away from the franchise for Rohit Sharma. 

Rohit Sharma to KKR? Here's how Mumbai Indians dismissed star batter's rumoured move former IPL champions

After LSG roped KL Rahul in the IPL 2022 mega auction, making him the captain for the next three years, they released him ahead of the last mega auction, with Delhi acquiring his services.

KL Rahul to KKR ahead of IPL 2026 could be a possibility - Report

Under Pandit, KKR won a title in IPL 2024 - their first in a decade. The previous two titles for KKR came in IPL 2012 and 2014 with Gautam Gambhir as skipper. The Indian head coach was the mentor of the franchise in 2024 before he took up the job with the Indian team.

Kolkata Knight Riders, coach Chandrakant Pandit part ways after three IPL seasons

The decision has come in the wake of pre-monsoon rains and potential early onset of rainy season in various parts of India including the match venues.

IPL allows extra 120 minutes for remaining league games and KKR CEO says 'we feel aggrieved'

As per AccuWeather, thunderstorms could headline Saturday’s blockbuster. Beginning in the afternoon, the showers could continue till late evening, potentially interrupting the game. Sports, Cricket

IPL 2025: Will rain play spoilsport in Bengaluru? Check out weather forecast for RCB-KKR game

After being suspended for a week over escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, the BCCI resumed the tournament, with RCB hosting KKR in first game of the return leg. Sports, Cricket

IPL 2025 gets underway with blockbuster RCB vs KKR in Bengaluru. Here’s what we know

Kolkata Knight Riders suffered a crucial blow to their IPL 2025 playoff hopes after losing a close match to Chennai Super Kings by 2 wickets. The defeat narrows their chances of qualifying, while CSK inches closer to solidifying their spot. Watch for more details!

IPL: Chennai Super Kings edge past KKR by 2 wickets, dent playoff dream

KKR’s chances of qualifying for the IPL 2025 Playoffs took a major hit on Wednesday (May 7) as they lost to already eliminated CSK by two wickets. India News | Cricket | Sports

KKR's IPL 2025 Playoffs Qualification scenario: Can Ajinkya Rahane's side book top four berth, here's what the standings say

Playing at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata, Riyan Parag entered record books by achieving the rare feat of scoring six consecutive sixes in T20 cricket. India News | Sports

IPL 2025: Riyan Parag hits 6 sixes in a row in KKR thriller, enters record books - Watch

While PBKS moved to the fourth spot following sharing a point with KKR, the hosts remained in the seventh position with seven points in nine games. Sports, Cricket

IPL 2025: No revenge for KKR against PBKS as rain plays spoilsport at Eden Gardens

Iyer was Kolkata Knight Riders' captain last season, helping them win their third IPL trophy, the third-most by any team in the tournament's history. Sports, Cricket

IPL 2025: ‘He will be fired up,’ Gavaskar on Shreyas Iyer’s return to Eden Gardens against KKR

Bought for INR 75 lakh at the mega auction, Umran got ruled out of the IPL 2025 due to an injury, with KKR roping in Chetan Sakariya as his replacement. Sports, Cricket

IPL 2025: Kashmir quick Umran Malik joins KKR but will not play this season, know why

Russell could manage only 21 off 14 balls before being outfoxed by Rashid Khan - second time in season he has been dismissed by a leg spinner. This concern, however, was put aside by Bravo as nothing.

IPL 2025 | KKR mentor Bravo lashes out at top order batters in defence of out-of-form Russell

In an explosive yet strong letter to the BCCI, the CAB expressed reservations over Bhogle and Doull’s remarks criticising the Eden pitch curator. Sports, Cricket

IPL 2025: Ban star commentators, demands Bengal cricket body over KKR pitch row - Report

It’s the first time in Indian Cricket history that the BCCI terminated a backroom staff member’s contract, handpicked by the head coach (Gambhir here). Sports, Cricket

Abhishek Nayar finds solace in IPL 2025 return after BCCI cuts short contract

As per IPL rules, a bat's width must not exceed 10.79 cm, blade thickness must stay under 6.7 cm, and edges not more than 4cm. Length-wise, it should be under 96.4 cm. Cricket Sports

IPL 2025 | KKR's Sunil Narine and Anrich Nortje's bats fail gauge check in loss vs PBKS - WATCH

The win was even special for skipper Shreyas Iyer as it came against his previous franchise which let him go ahead of the IPL 2025 mega auction. Cricket Sports

IPL 2025 | PBKS skipper Shreyas Iyer wins heart with TWO-WORD post after win vs KKR

The architect of the win was spinner Yuzvendra Chahal who returned with the figures of 4/28 in four overs including his 16-run last over of the quota. Cricket Sports

IPL 2025 | Chahal took fitness test before match, reveals coach Ponting after PBKS stun KKR

MS Dhoni urged his team CSK to ‘look deep inside’ after being crushed by KKR, which completed the run chase with almost ten overs remaining. India news, Cricket, Sports

IPL 2025: MS Dhoni backs CSK to chase title dream despite historic low in home loss against KKR

With five losses from six matches this season, CSK continue their horror run this season, sitting in ninth place on the points table. India news, Cricket, Sports

IPL 2025: MS Dhoni’s CSK fall flat after Narine’s all-round show steers KKR home

The joy was short-lived for the fans and more so for CSK captain MS Dhoni, who was looking ready to battle out KKR's spin threat at Chepauk. India news, Cricket, Sports

IPL 2025: MS Dhoni’s dismissal sparks debate as CSK captain falls cheaply to old foe Narine - Watch

Cricket, Sports: Moeen said he could’ve continued playing if it was a club or a franchise, but when it comes to playing for your country, it’s a different game

IPL 2025: 'If England was a franchise, I’d still be playing,' KKR's Moeen Ali’s words spark big question for cricket fans

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